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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower and the Penalty of Failure.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT a man assigned to Hornblower's crew to take the captured ship to shore?
(a) Carson.
(b) Johnson.
(c) Hunter.
(d) Matthews.

2. What weapon does Hornblower choose to use in his duel with Simpson?
(a) Broadsword.
(b) Pistol.
(c) Fencing blade.
(d) Musket.

3. What is being held in the storeroom of the ship that picked up Hornblower after losing the Marie Galant?
(a) Black powder.
(b) Paint.
(c) Slaves.
(d) Paper.

4. What do the sailors play while Hornblower is on shore for the first time since joining the Navy?
(a) Whist.
(b) Chance.
(c) Poker.
(d) Dice.

5. Who acts as the referee for the duel between Simpson and Hornblower?
(a) Kane.
(b) Perry.
(c) Jackson.
(d) Masters.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of taking on water before the damage is discovered?

2. What is the name of the captain of the ship that finds Hornblower after he loses the Marie Galant?

3. What does Hornblower have the crew do to try and save the captured ship before evacuating it as a lost cause?

4. What was the ship that finds Hornblower after he loses the Marie Galant designed to do?

5. Who wins the game that the sailors play while Hornblower is on shore for the first time since joining the Navy?

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